When is Renting Better Than Buying
I cannot tell you how many times I’ve heard someone say, “Renting is just throwing your money away.” As a young professional fresh out of college or as a middle aged person looking to downsize, that sentence can be very frustrating. There are many reasons that a person may not be able to buy a […]
What to Know Before Investing in a Rental Property
If you’re considering the purchase of a rental or investment property, there are a few things you absolutely need to consider first. While many people see real estate , and more specifically rental property , as a surefire “get rich quick” scheme, the reality is far different. Owning a rental property often requires backbreaking property […]
What Are the Different Types of Fees Related to Property Management?
There’s a lot to consider when hiring a Charleston property management company for your investment home. Today, we’re discussing property management fees. Most people ask about the standard fees associated with property management. They want to know what services are provided with those fees, and when they are due. These are all questions you should […]
What Are The Benefits of Using A Property Manager?!
Owning an extra home and renting the property out can generate some very valuable income each month. However, rental properties come with many trials and challenges and sometimes significant headaches! Hiring a property manager may help ease these headaches and relieve some of the stress that comes with leasing out your properties. Property managers assist […]
Welcome to the Neighborhood: 4 Great Gifts for Neighbors
Moving to a new neighborhood is never easy. Why not make it a warm welcome by giving a small, yet meaningful gift to your new neighbors? As an established ambassador of your block, now’s your opportunity to bring over something that makes your new neighbor feel comfortable and welcomed. Idea #1: Fruits, Vegetables, and Flowers […]
Want to increase your rental property value? Be a good neighbor!
MJ once sang, “If you want to make the world a better place, take a look at yourself and make a change.” Well, the same goes for owners and landlords: If you want to increase the value of your rental property, take a look at the surrounding neighborhood and do what you can to improve […]
Understanding the Costs Associated with Renting your Home
When it comes to the rental market today, business is great in most areas. People who want to live in an area without making a long-term commitment make great candidates to rent your home, either short or long-term. However, when it comes to renting out a home, it’s not simply profit in the process. There […]
Top 5 Reasons to Invest in Real Estate
Many people want to invest in real estate without knowing the advantages of this type of investment. On the contrary, we also have a few individuals who think otherwise and find no reason to invest in real estate. Investing in real estate is the best thing you can do for your family. This is why […]
To Rent or To Own, That Is the Question!
Whether you live in an apartment or in a house, you may be wondering which is better: to rent or to own. Well, this really depends on what’s most important to you, how much responsibility you want, and what you can afford. Let’s take a look at some of the pros and cons of renting […]
Tips for Property Management Before, During, and After Hurricane Season
Whether you are a property manager along either coast or in the middle of the country, having plans in place for hurricane season is crucial. The rain and winds can cause just as much damage for states in the midwest as they can along the coasts. Being landlocked does not guarantee your, your clients properties, […]